Episodes

  • TRAILER: Royal Legacy — A New BYUradio Sports Podcast

    TRAILER: Royal Legacy — A New BYUradio Sports Podcast
    Aug 22 2024
    Royal Legacy is a podcast that focuses on the family connections within BYU sports. We will celebrate the inspiring stories of athletes highlighting remarkable legacies passed down through generations. Lauren McClain will explores these connections and uncover the stories behind the names. Listen to Royal Legacy starting August 29th, wherever you get your podcasts.
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    1 min
  • Vance and Adam Law

    Vance and Adam Law
    Mar 26 2026
    This week, we revisit a past episode of Royal Legacy where Lauren McClain talks with the dynamic father-son duo, Vance and Adam Law. They share insights into their family's rich BYU baseball legacy, their experiences in professional baseball, and the powerful role their faith has played in achieving their athletic dreams. Thanks for listening, and Royal Legacy will be back soon with a new episode.
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    34 mins
  • Jacob and Garrett Stanford

    Jacob and Garrett Stanford
    Mar 19 2026
    This week, we revisit a past episode of Royal Legacy where Lauren McClain Lauren McClain sits down with BYU Track and Cross Country athletes, twin brothers Jacob and Garrett Stanford. They talk about their sibling rivalry, their journey into distance running, and the experience of competing for a national championship-winning program at BYU. Thanks for listening, and Royal Legacy will be back soon with a new episode.
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    37 mins
  • Legends of '84: Tom Holmoe and Chad Lewis

    Legends of '84: Tom Holmoe and Chad Lewis
    Mar 12 2026
    This week on Royal Legacy, we're revisiting a past episode of another BYU Sports Podcast. Legends of '84. A deep dive into the 1984 championship season. In this episode of Legends of '84, we delve into the enduring legacy of BYU football through the perspectives of two key figures—Tom Holmoe and Chad Lewis. Holmoe, a pre-'84 player who discovered faith and leadership beyond the field, reflects on his journey from a BYU defensive back to becoming the university's Athletic Director. Meanwhile, Lewis, a post-'84 standout, shares how the National Championship team set the standard for future generations, inspiring his path from walk-on to NFL tight end. Together, their stories illustrate how the spirit of the ’84 team has shaped BYU football for decades to come. Thanks for listening, and Royal Legacy will be back soon with a new episode.
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    29 mins
  • The Cole Brothers

    The Cole Brothers
    Mar 5 2026
    This week, we revisit a past episode of Royal Legacy where Lauren McClain talks with former BYU baseball pitchers—and brothers—Taylor and Peyton Cole. They share the journey that led them to BYU, their deep love for the game, and the unique bond that helped them thrive both on and off the field. From childhood dreams to collegiate competition, the Cole brothers reflect on the role of faith, family, and legacy in shaping their paths. It’s a heartfelt conversation about brotherhood, belief, and baseball. Thanks for listening, and Royal Legacy will be back soon with a new episode.
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    40 mins
  • Nina and Elli Mortensen

    Nina and Elli Mortensen
    Feb 26 2026
    On this episode of Royal Legacy, host Lauren McClain sits down with BYU volleyball player Elli Mortensen and her BYU Hall of Fame mother, Nina Mortensen. They talk about the impact that volleyball has had on their lives. Elli shares the influence of having an All-American volleyball player as a mother. Nina shares the joy she feels watching her daughter play and what it means to her to have a sports legacy at BYU. Tune in to Royal Legacy wherever you get your podcasts, including the BYU Radio App.
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    30 mins
  • Ellie and Kyle Walbruch

    Ellie and Kyle Walbruch
    Feb 19 2026
    On this episode of Royal Legacy, host Lauren McClain sits down with BYU soccer’s powerhouse sibling duo: Ellie and Kyle Walbruch. Ellie is a star forward on the BYU women’s soccer team who earned first-team All-Big 12 and second-team All-American honors. Kyle is a member of the national championship men’s club soccer team, which has won 13 NIRSA National Championships, including the last 6 straight titles. Kyle has never lost a BYU soccer game that he’s played in. They talk about growing up in a competitive household, what they learned from training with their parents, and what it takes to stay grounded while at the top of their game. Tune in to Royal Legacy wherever you get your podcasts, including the BYU Radio App.
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    34 mins
  • Jamal and Leslie Willis

    Jamal and Leslie Willis
    Feb 12 2026
    This week's episode of Royal Legacy, Lauren McClain talks with Former BYU football standout and NFL running back Jamal Willis and his wife, Leslie Willis, who is a former BYU gymnast. They talk about the impact attending BYU has had on their lives, the challenges of raising three children, and the lessons they have learned from sports that have helped them face life's challenges. Tune in to Royal Legacy wherever you get your podcasts, including the BYU Radio App.
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    39 mins